David A. Vicinanzo

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A trial lawyer, David A. Vicinanzo serves a broad array of clients—from Fortune 100 to pro bono—in New England, New York, the Washington, DC, area, and elsewhere. He practices primarily in the area of government investigations and the representation of organizations and individuals in complex civil and criminal matters, and in representing survivors of childhood sexual abuse.

Practice Areas

Government Investigations & White Collar Defense False Claims Act & Qui Tam Matters Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA)Life Sciences & Healthcare Compliance and Investigations Complex Disputes NP Trial®Arbitration, Mediation & Alternative Dispute Resolution Public Corruption Global Compliance & Investigations Congressional Investigations State Attorneys General National Security & Resilience

Industries

Cannabis Private, Independent & Charter Schools

My focus

Before joining the firm, I was a federal prosecutor in Washington, DC, and New England for thirteen years. I served in Washington, DC, as an Advisor to the U.S. Attorney General, and as Chief Prosecutor in the campaign finance investigation of the 1996 presidential election. In that position I managed a task force of approximately one hundred attorneys, agents and analysts that interviewed thousands of people, reviewed millions of documents, and obtained the convictions of more than twenty defendants, including John Huang, Yah Lin “Charlie” Trie and Maria Hsia (organizer of the Buddhist Temple matter).

I also served as Acting U.S. Attorney for the District of New Jersey (investigation of U.S. Senator Robert Torricelli), and Special Assistant U.S. Attorney in Massachusetts. In addition, I served as the First Assistant U.S. Attorney for the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Hampshire, where I managed an office of fifty lawyers, analysts and staff. In this position, I was responsible for all aspects of office management including case development, civil enforcement and criminal prosecutions, agency relations and personnel decisions as well as a substantial litigation caseload.

Previously, I spent ten years as an Assistant U.S. Attorney and five years as Criminal Division Chief. During my tenure as a prosecutor, I tried or supervised hundreds of cases, from securities fraud, FCPA violations, environmental crime and intellectual property infringement to health care fraud, child protection, asset forfeiture, government contract fraud, export violations and major racketeering. These included some of the most difficult and complex cases brought by the USDOJ in the 1990s.

Representative experience

Outside pro bono counsel to the NH Coalition Against Sexual & Domestic Violence
New Hampshire state Supreme Court task force on domestic violence
As a federal prosecutor, initiated and prosecuted the first major organized crime trafficking conspiracy in child sexual abuse images in New England
Served as a prosecutor for the “Code of Silence” racketeering murders case which led to the RICO convictions of a Boston organized criminal gang for abductions, murders and a dozen armored car and bank heists from Maine to Florida
Served as a prosecutor for the American Honda Executives case, which resulted in the conviction in federal court of twenty-four former executives or dealers of the American Honda Motor Company nationwide. The New York Times called the case “the biggest commercial bribery case ever prosecuted by the Department of Justice”
Served as a prosecutor for one of the largest drug importation cases in New England, which resulted in twenty convictions, life sentences, and millions of dollars in fines and forfeited drug proceeds and laundered assets
Managed over fifty prosecutions for bank fraud, bribery, mail and wire fraud, insider trading, and market manipulation arising from numerous large bank failures in New England including the conviction of front-running bank stock trader Charles Howard
Obtained declinations of criminal prosecution for numerous federal and state officials investigated for alleged campaign finance and election law violations.
Successful representation of the New Hampshire legislature in decennial redistricting litigation. (See City of Manchester v. Sec'y of State, No. 2012-338, 2012 N.H. LEXIS 81 (N.H. June 19, 2012).
Successful representation of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit in judicial discipline matters.
Successful defense of corporation investigated for alleged fraud, negligence, and false claims on Boston’s Big Dig tunnel collapse.
Successful defense of major military contractors against DOJ investigations of Iraq and Afghanistan engagements.
Appointed by the U.S. District Court in Boston as the SEC’s receiver in SEC v. Bleidt et al., a major investment fraud case. Recovered millions for defrauded investors. The federal judge described the work and results as “outstanding.”
Successful defense of Smith & Nephew, Inc., one of the largest medical device companies in the world, in federal industry investigation in New Jersey, including negotiating Deferred Prosecution Agreement (DPA) and managing process of outside monitorship.
Successfully defended several major law firms in different venues from government attempts to breach the attorney-client and work product privileges in federal investigations.
Defended billion-dollar equipment manufacturer against charges brought by Environmental Protection Agency; charges dropped in favor of minimal civil penalty.
Obtained defense verdict in federal jury trial as lead counsel for major pharmaceutical company
Successful defense of international organization in civil class action and related criminal fraud investigation by State Attorney General; prosecution declined, favorable civil settlement.
Successful litigation and settlement on behalf of multinational corporation against state government alleging trade discrimination, antitrust and commerce clause violations.
Successful litigation on behalf of billion-dollar corporation alleging unfair trade practices and fraud.
Successful defense of various hedge funds in SEC and criminal investigations; all civil and criminal charges declined.
Successful defense of major international manufacturer against charges of importation and environmental violations brought by U.S. Customs and EPA; prosecution declined.
Successful defense of government contractors against False Claims Act charges by U.S. Department of Defense and U.S. Attorney; civil and criminal charges declined.

Looking ahead

The government’s role in the economy continues to expand and the risk of investigation is the new normal. Modern enterprises now face unworkable burdens. As a result, businesses increasingly need counsel from someone who speaks the government’s language, but also understands how a competitive, successful business works.

In the news

New Hampshire Union Leader
NH Supreme Court backs victims’ mental health records in landmark decision
The following article covers a landmark New Hampshire Supreme Court opinion that applies the right of privacy to a criminal case and restricts the defendant’s access to a victim’s confidential counseling and mental health records. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted in the coverage for representing a victim related to the case.
May 1, 2025
InDepthNH.org
NH Supreme Court overturns precedent to protect mental health records
The following article covers a landmark New Hampshire Supreme Court opinion that applies the right of privacy to a criminal case and restricts the defendant’s access to a victim’s confidential counseling and mental health records. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted in the coverage for representing a victim related to the case.
May 1, 2025
New Hampshire Union Leader
Second YDC plaintiff agrees to settlement. Natasha Maunsell to get $4.5 million
The following article covers the State of New Hampshire’s $4.5 million settlement with Natasha Maunsell for the abuse she suffered while a resident of a state-run youth detention unit. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted in the coverage as Maunsell’s attorney.
April 25, 2025
WMUR
New Hampshire settles with alleged YDSU victim for $4.5 million
The following article covers the State of New Hampshire’s $4.5 million settlement with Natasha Maunsell for the abuse she suffered while a resident of a state-run youth detention unit. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted in the coverage as Maunsell’s attorney.
April 24, 2025
InDepthNH.org
YDC survivor Maunsell settles with state for $4.5 million
The following article covers the State of New Hampshire’s $4.5 million settlement with Natasha Maunsell for the abuse she suffered while a resident of a state-run youth detention unit. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted in the coverage as Maunsell’s attorney.
April 24, 2025
WMUR
$10 million settlement for man who was allegedly abused at New Hampshire YDC
The following article covers the State of New Hampshire’s $10 million settlement with Michael Gilpatrick for abuse he suffered while a resident of the state’s Youth Development Center. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted in the coverage as Gilpatrick’s attorney.
March 22, 2025
Associated Press
New Hampshire settles youth center abuse case for $10 million
The following article covers the State of New Hampshire’s $10 million settlement with Michael Gilpatrick for abuse he suffered while a resident of the state’s Youth Development Center. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted in the coverage as Gilpatrick’s attorney.
March 22, 2025
New Hampshire Union Leader
New Hampshire AG agrees to settle YDC abuse case for $10 million
The following article covers the State of New Hampshire’s $10 million settlement with Michael Gilpatrick for abuse he suffered while a resident of the state’s Youth Development Center. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted in the coverage as Gilpatrick’s attorney.
March 22, 2025
New Hampshire Public Radio
New Hampshire lawmakers agree to keep YDC victim settlement fund going—for now
The following article covers the State of New Hampshire’s $10 million settlement with Michael Gilpatrick for abuse he suffered while a resident of the state’s Youth Development Center. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted in the coverage as Gilpatrick’s attorney.
March 22, 2025
The Boston Globe
Mustard maker contaminated New Hampshire waterway
Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense counsel Amy Spencer is quoted in this article on behalf of Old Dutch Vinegar & Mustard and its president, Charles Santich, who pleaded guilty to violating the Clean Water Act. An environmental impact analysis found no related impacts to the Souhegan River nor any identifiable victims. In addition to Amy, the NP team includes Manchester partner Dave Vicinanzo, Boston associate Brianna Portu, and Manchester associate Allison Regan, all of the GIWC practice.
Feb 26, 2025
Union Leader
Documents claim state considered YDC worker a danger to kids decades ago
The following article covers this week’s sentencing of former Youth Development Center employee Bradley Asbury includes quotes from Manchester Government Investigation & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo. Dave discusses a 1994 termination letter and investigation report that the state of New Hampshire kept secret for 30 years.
Jan 24, 2025
Manchester Ink Link
Manchester Ink Link
The following article covers this week’s sentencing of former Youth Development Center employee Bradley Asbury includes quotes from Manchester Government Investigation & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo. Dave discusses a 1994 termination letter and investigation report that the state of New Hampshire kept secret for 30 years.
Jan 24, 2025
WMUR
Documents reveal prior investigations of YDC employee years before assault
The following article covers this week’s sentencing of former Youth Development Center employee Bradley Asbury includes quotes from Manchester Government Investigation & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo. Dave discusses a 1994 termination letter and investigation report that the state of New Hampshire kept secret for 30 years.
Jan 23, 2025
The Boston Globe
State agency knew New Hampshire youth detention center worker was a danger to children before he was convicted of aiding rape
The following article covers this week’s sentencing of former Youth Development Center employee Bradley Asbury includes quotes from Manchester Government Investigation & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo. Dave discusses a 1994 termination letter and investigation report that the state of New Hampshire kept secret for 30 years.
Jan 23, 2025
The Boston Globe
How long do victims of sexual assault have to bring forward a case against New Hampshire?
Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted in this article from his oral arguments before the New Hampshire Supreme Court last week on limitations for when victims of sexual assault can bring forward a lawsuit. Dave discusses the assertion that a claim for any sexual assault can be brought at any time under a 2020 state law, noting that the state is trying to avoid accountability for the biggest child abuse scandal in the state’s history at the former Youth Development Center.
Jan 17, 2025
Associated Press
Both sides argue for resolution of verdict dispute in New Hampshire youth center abuse case
This article covers final requests filed by both sides to resolve David Meehan’s $38 million disputed jury verdict in the first New Hampshire Youth Development Center trial. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo, quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing Meehan, discusses the injustice that would be created by either a new trial or Meehan’s acceptance of a small fraction of the jury’s intended award. The NP team representing Meehan and more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt of Boston and Mike Philippi of Chicago, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester GIWC counsel Amy Spencer, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, Washington, DC Complex Disputes associate Myra Benjamin, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester, and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston.
Aug 23, 2024
InDepthNH.org
Fiscal OKs changes to YDC settlement program; Chairman suggests lie detectors
This article covers approved changes to the YDC Settlement Fund to make it more attractive to victims and Fiscal Committee Chair Rep. Ken Weyler’s suggested use of lie detector. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Mark Knights is quoted in the coverage, discussing how the legislature expressly directed that the Settlement Fund process be conducted in a victim-centered manner to avoid retraumatizing survivors. Mark is part of the NP team representing more than 1,400 abuse victims. The team includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Dave Vicinanzo of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt of Boston and Mike Philippi of Chicago, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester GIWC counsel Amy Spencer, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, Washington, DC Complex Disputes associate Myra Benjamin, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester, and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston.
Aug 16, 2024
InDepthNH.org
Maine law firm vets YDC abuse claims and paid from same victims’ settlement fund
This article covers the State of New Hampshire’s enlistment of a Maine law firm to vet victim claims for the YDC Settlement Funds. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Mark Knights is quoted in the coverage, discussing the significant concern this enlistment should cause New Hampshire taxpayers and what it could mean for victims. Mark is part of the NP team representing more than 1,400 abuse victims. The team includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Dave Vicinanzo of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt of Boston and Mike Philippi of Chicago, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester GIWC counsel Amy Spencer, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, Washington, DC Complex Disputes associate Myra Benjamin, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester, and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston.
Aug 14, 2024
WMUR
Judge grants new extension to figure out how to proceed in $38 million YDC abuse verdict
This article covers an additional extension by the court to determine how to proceed in David Meehan’s $38 million YDC abuse verdict. Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, part of the NP team representing Meehan and more than 1,300 abuse victims, is quoted in the coverage discussing how he thinks the court can correct the verdict to reflect the jury’s actual intent, which was to award the full $38 million to Meehan. NP’s YDC team also includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Dave Vicinanzo and Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt of Boston and Mike Philippi of Chicago, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester GIWC counsel Amy Spencer, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, Washington, DC Complex Disputes associate Myra Benjamin, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester, and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston.
Aug 2, 2024
WMUR
More money needed for settlement fund to pay YDC victims, New Hampshire Senate president says
This article and related broadcast segment cover the potential major shortfalls in the YDC Settlement Fund based on the hundreds of claims that remain to be addressed. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Mark Knights joins the segment to discuss the generational and societal impacts of abuse and the potentially massive financial burden for the state. Mark is part of the NP team representing more than 1,400 abuse victims. The team includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Dave Vicinanzo of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt of Boston and Mike Philippi of Chicago, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester GIWC counsel Amy Spencer, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, Washington, DC Complex Disputes associate Myra Benjamin, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester, and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston.
July 30, 2024
InDepthNH.org
YDC abuse settlement fund headed for ‘looming shortfall,’ victims’ attorney says
This article covers YDC Fund Administrator John Broderick’s latest report. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Mark Knights is quoted, discussing how the fund has a little less than $60 million remaining, with almost six times as much in pending claims. He notes that if the state doesn’t allocate more soon, the fund will fail despite recent progress to improve it. Mark is part of the NP team representing more than 1,400 abuse victims. The team includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Dave Vicinanzo of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt of Boston and Mike Philippi of Chicago, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester GIWC counsel Amy Spencer, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, Washington, DC Complex Disputes associate Myra Benjamin, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester, and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston.
July 24, 2024
New Hampshire Union
Top lawmakers call pause on paying YDC victims a ‘bad look’
This article covers the YDC Settlement Fund and the State of New Hampshire’s temporary pause on claims and payment processing for victims. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted in the coverage, discussing concerns the pause raises and how replenishing it in a timely manner is essential to the program’s success. Dave leads the NP team representing more than 1,400 abuse victims, which includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt of Boston and Mike Philippi of Chicago, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester GIWC counsel Amy Spencer, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, Washington, DC Complex Disputes associate Myra Benjamin, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester, and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston.
July 11, 2024
InDepthNH.org
YDC abuse fund on temporary hold; revised law allows 10 years to pay victim claims
This article covers the State of New Hampshire’s temporary pause on claims and payment processing for the YDC Settlement Fund. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Mark Knights is quoted in the coverage, discussing discontent among claimants who accepted settlements but won’t get paid for several months, and how uncertainty around whether and when the state will pay the awards could drive people away from the settlement fund and back into court. Mark is part of the NP team representing more than 1,400 abuse victims, which includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Dave Vicinanzo of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt of Boston and Mike Philippi of Chicago, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester GIWC counsel Amy Spencer, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, Washington, DC Complex Disputes associate Myra Benjamin, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester, and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston.
July 8, 2024
New Hampshire Public Radio
The Youth Development Center podcast
New Hampshire Public Radio has launched a three-part podcast on the history of systemic abuse at the state’s Youth Development Center. The content includes in-depth interviews with abuse survivors, witnesses, and others. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo appears in the third episode in connection with David Meehan’s recent trial, and Manchester GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin is mentioned in the credits for her significant contributions to the podcast.
June 26, 2024
Associated Press
Disputed verdict draws both sides back to court in New Hampshire youth detention center abuse case
The following coverage reports on Monday’s hearing related to David Meehan’s $38 million jury verdict in the first New Hampshire Youth Development Center trial, as well as the public release of long-sealed arrest warrant affidavits against several men charged with abusing children at YDC. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing Meehan. The NP team representing Meehan and more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt of Boston and Mike Philippi of Chicago, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester GIWC counsel Amy Spencer, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, Washington, DC Complex Disputes associate Myra Benjamin, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester, and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston.
June 24, 2024
New Hampshire Union Leader
Debate continues on $38 million jury award to YDC victim
The following coverage reports on Monday’s hearing related to David Meehan’s $38 million jury verdict in the first New Hampshire Youth Development Center trial, as well as the public release of long-sealed arrest warrant affidavits against several men charged with abusing children at YDC. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing Meehan. The NP team representing Meehan and more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt of Boston and Mike Philippi of Chicago, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester GIWC counsel Amy Spencer, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, Washington, DC Complex Disputes associate Myra Benjamin, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester, and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston.
June 24, 2024
WMUR
Hearing held regarding recent YDC civil trial outcome
The following coverage reports on Monday’s hearing related to David Meehan’s $38 million jury verdict in the first New Hampshire Youth Development Center trial, as well as the public release of long-sealed arrest warrant affidavits against several men charged with abusing children at YDC. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing Meehan. The NP team representing Meehan and more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt of Boston and Mike Philippi of Chicago, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester GIWC counsel Amy Spencer, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, Washington, DC Complex Disputes associate Myra Benjamin, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester, and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston.
June 24, 2024
InDepthNH.org
Arrest affidavits of accused YDC abusers unsealed; hearing on payout to first victim to win civil suit
The following coverage reports on Monday’s hearing related to David Meehan’s $38 million jury verdict in the first New Hampshire Youth Development Center trial, as well as the public release of long-sealed arrest warrant affidavits against several men charged with abusing children at YDC. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing Meehan. The NP team representing Meehan and more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt of Boston and Mike Philippi of Chicago, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester GIWC counsel Amy Spencer, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, Washington, DC Complex Disputes associate Myra Benjamin, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester, and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston.
June 24, 2024
New Hampshire Business Review
Overview of historic $38 million jury award in landmark YDC abuse case
This article recaps the news to date following the verdict in the first New Hampshire Youth Development Center trial. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing plaintiff David Meehan in the trial. The NP team representing Meehan and more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt of Boston and Mike Philippi of Chicago, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester GIWC counsel Amy Spencer, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, Washington, DC Complex Disputes associate Myra Benjamin, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester, and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston.
June 20, 2024
Bloomberg Law
New Hampshire ban on teaching about bias ruled unconstitutional
The following article covers a federal judge’s ruling in New Hampshire that the state’s “divisive concepts” law—restricting what can be taught in public schools about diversity, equity, and inclusion—violates the constitutional rights of educators. Boston Complex Disputes partner Morgan Nighan is quoted in the coverage for representing the National Education Association of New Hampshire. The NP team representing the plaintiffs also includes Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo and counsel Amy Spencer.
May 29, 2024
New Hampshire Union Leader
Federal judge strikes down New Hampshire law on banned concepts
The following article covers a federal judge’s ruling in New Hampshire that the state’s “divisive concepts” law—restricting what can be taught in public schools about diversity, equity, and inclusion—violates the constitutional rights of educators. Boston Complex Disputes partner Morgan Nighan is quoted in the coverage for representing the National Education Association of New Hampshire. The NP team representing the plaintiffs also includes Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo and counsel Amy Spencer.
May 28, 2024
NH Journal
Federal judge tosses New Hampshire’s anti-discrimination law as too vague
The following article covers a federal judge’s ruling in New Hampshire that the state’s “divisive concepts” law—restricting what can be taught in public schools about diversity, equity, and inclusion—violates the constitutional rights of educators. Boston Complex Disputes partner Morgan Nighan is quoted in the coverage for representing the National Education Association of New Hampshire. The NP team representing the plaintiffs also includes Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo and counsel Amy Spencer.
May 28, 2024
InDepthNH.org
Judge: State’s liability in YDC abuse ‘beyond doubt’
The following article covers a New Hampshire Superior Court judge’s order denying the State’s motion to invalidate David Meehan’s $38 million jury verdict in the first NH Youth Development Center trial. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing Meehan. The NP team representing Meehan and more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt of Boston and Mike Philippi of Chicago, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester GIWC counsel Amy Spencer, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, and GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston.
May 15, 2024
Associated Press
Judge quickly denies request to discard $38 million verdict in New Hampshire youth center abuse case
The following article covers a New Hampshire Superior Court judge’s order denying the State’s motion to invalidate David Meehan’s $38 million jury verdict in the first NH Youth Development Center trial. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing Meehan. The NP team representing Meehan and more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt of Boston and Mike Philippi of Chicago, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester GIWC counsel Amy Spencer, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, and GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston.
May 15, 2024
The Boston Globe
New Hampshire judge denies state’s request to invalidate $38 million YDC verdict
The following article covers a New Hampshire Superior Court judge’s order denying the State’s motion to invalidate David Meehan’s $38 million jury verdict in the first NH Youth Development Center trial. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing Meehan. The NP team representing Meehan and more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt of Boston and Mike Philippi of Chicago, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester GIWC counsel Amy Spencer, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, and GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston.
May 15, 2024
WMUR News 9
Judge denies state’s motion to change jury’s verdict in YDC trial
The following article covers a New Hampshire Superior Court judge’s order denying the State’s motion to invalidate David Meehan’s $38 million jury verdict in the first NH Youth Development Center trial. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing Meehan. The NP team representing Meehan and more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt of Boston and Mike Philippi of Chicago, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester GIWC counsel Amy Spencer, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, and GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston.
May 15, 2024
New Hampshire Union Leader
Judge denies state’s attempt to toss YDC lawsuit
The following article covers a New Hampshire Superior Court judge’s order denying the State’s motion to invalidate David Meehan’s $38 million jury verdict in the first NH Youth Development Center trial. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing Meehan. The NP team representing Meehan and more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt of Boston and Mike Philippi of Chicago, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester GIWC counsel Amy Spencer, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, and GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston.
May 15, 2024
Associated Press
New Hampshire jury finds state liable for abuse at youth detention center and awards victim $38 million
Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is mentioned in the coverage for representing plaintiff David Meehan in the trial. The NP team representing Meehan and more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt of Boston and Mike Philippi of Chicago, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, and GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston.
May 3, 2024
New Hampshire Union Leader
Jury awards $38 million to YDC abuse victim
Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is mentioned in the coverage for representing plaintiff David Meehan in the trial. The NP team representing Meehan and more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt of Boston and Mike Philippi of Chicago, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, and GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston.
May 3, 2024
New Hampshire Public Radio
Jury awards $38 million to plaintiff in landmark New Hampshire child abuse lawsuit
Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is mentioned in the coverage for representing plaintiff David Meehan in the trial. The NP team representing Meehan and more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt of Boston and Mike Philippi of Chicago, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, and GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston.
May 3, 2024
New Hampshire Bulletin
AG: Bill would reduce YDC lawsuits by paying victims more, expanding eligibility
Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo and Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor are quoted and mentioned in the coverage. The NP team representing more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, and GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston. In addition to the following coverage, local TV station WMUR is also livestreaming the trial.
April 30, 2024
New Hampshire Union Leader
Plaintiff in YDC trial rests his case; defense case to being Tuesday
Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo and Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor are quoted and mentioned in the coverage. The NP team representing more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, and GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston. In addition to the following coverage, local TV station WMUR is also livestreaming the trial.
April 29, 2024
Eagle-Tribune
Our view: New Hampshire miserably failed its children at YDC
The following article covers last week’s proceedings in the first New Hampshire Youth Development Center trial. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing plaintiff David Meehan in the trial. The NP team representing more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, and GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston. In addition to the following coverage, local TV station WMUR is also livestreaming the trial.
April 27, 2024
InDepthNH.org
Medical expert says Meehan needs $1.5 million for lifelong PTSD treatment
The following article covers last week’s proceedings in the first New Hampshire Youth Development Center trial. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing plaintiff David Meehan in the trial. The NP team representing more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, and GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston. In addition to the following coverage, local TV station WMUR is also livestreaming the trial.
April 25, 2024
New Hampshire Union Leader
Judge won’t allow criminal defendants to testify at YDC trial
The following article covers last week’s proceedings in the first New Hampshire Youth Development Center trial. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing plaintiff David Meehan in the trial. The NP team representing more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester GIWC associate Allison Regan, eDiscovery and Litigation Support director Mike Swiatocha, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, and GIWC paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston. In addition to the following coverage, local TV station WMUR is also livestreaming the trial.
April 25, 2024
Associated Press
Ex-youth center worker testifies that top bosses would never take kids’ word over staff
The following article covers this week’s proceedings in the first New Hampshire Youth Development Center trial. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing plaintiff David Meehan in the trial. The NP team representing more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, and Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston. In addition to the following coverage, local TV station WMUR is also livestreaming the trial.
April 15, 2024
Boston Globe
Youth detention center leadership sided with staff over residents, former worker testifies
The following article covers this week’s proceedings in the first New Hampshire Youth Development Center trial. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing plaintiff David Meehan in the trial. The NP team representing more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, and Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston. In addition to the following coverage, local TV station WMUR is also livestreaming the trial.
April 15, 2024
New Hampshire Union Leader
Lawyers for DHHS seek to block criminal defendants from pleading the Fifth
The following article covers this week’s proceedings in the first New Hampshire Youth Development Center trial. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing plaintiff David Meehan in the trial. The NP team representing more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, and Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston. In addition to the following coverage, local TV station WMUR is also livestreaming the trial.
April 15, 2024
InDepthNH.org
Testimony: YDC leaders turned blind eye to child abuse
The following article covers this week’s proceedings in the first New Hampshire Youth Development Center trial. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing plaintiff David Meehan in the trial. The NP team representing more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor, Manchester Complex Disputes associate Erin Bucksbaum, Manchester Complex Disputes senior paralegal Sharon Willier, and Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense paralegal and victim specialist Joelle Wiggin of Manchester and paralegal Erin MacMahon of Boston. In addition to the following coverage, local TV station WMUR is also livestreaming the trial.
April 15, 2024
Associated Press
Ex-worker at New Hampshire youth detention center describes escalating retaliation for complaints
The following article covers this week’s start of the first NH Youth Development Center trial. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing plaintiff David Meehan in the trial. The NP team representing more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, and Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor. In addition to the following coverage, local TV station WMUR is also livestreaming the trial.
April 10, 2024
People Magazine
There are nearly 1,200 lawsuits alleging abuse at Sununu Youth Services Center; now, a trial has begun
The following article covers this week’s start of the first NH Youth Development Center trial. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing plaintiff David Meehan in the trial. The NP team representing more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, and Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor. In addition to the following coverage, local TV station WMUR is also livestreaming the trial.
April 10, 2024
InDepthNH.org
YDC victim used as ‘child sex slave, punching bag’ under health and human services’ care, lawyer tells jurors
The following article covers this week’s start of the first NH Youth Development Center trial. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing plaintiff David Meehan in the trial. The NP team representing more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, and Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor. In addition to the following coverage, local TV station WMUR is also livestreaming the trial.
April 10, 2024
New Hampshire Union Leader
First witnesses take the stand in YDC civil trial
The following article covers this week’s start of the first NH Youth Development Center trial. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing plaintiff David Meehan in the trial. The NP team representing more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, and Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor. In addition to the following coverage, local TV station WMUR is also livestreaming the trial.
April 10, 2024
Boston Globe
First trial over abuse at state-run Sununu Youth Services Center in New Hampshire is underway
The following article covers this week’s start of the first NH Youth Development Center trial. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted and mentioned in the coverage for representing plaintiff David Meehan in the trial. The NP team representing more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, and Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor. In addition to the following coverage, local TV station WMUR is also livestreaming the trial.
April 9, 2024
New Hampshire Public Radio
First civil trial in the YDC abuse scandal to begin: What you need to know
This article covers the first NH Youth Development Center trial beginning this week. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo and NP are mentioned in the coverage for representing plaintiff David Meehan in the trial. The NP team representing more than 1,400 abuse victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, and Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor.
April 7, 2024
InDepthNH
Judge considers releasing YDC abuse affidavit AG wants sealed
This article covers a hearing to determine whether to release a three-year-old search warrant affidavit from the early days of the NH Youth Development Center criminal investigation. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is mentioned in the coverage. The NP team representing more than 1,400 alleged victims includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, and Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor.
March 18, 2024
WMUR
Some entities involved in YDC lawsuits look to get claims of abuse dismissed
This article covers several state-contracted organizations affiliated with the NH Youth Development Center that are asking a judge to dismiss some abuse claims against them. Manchester Complex Disputes partner Nate Warecki is quoted in the coverage. The NP team representing more than 1,400 alleged victims includes Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Dave Vicinanzo and Mark Knights, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, and Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor.
March 12, 2024
New Hampshire Union Leader
Brett Malcolm: Pass vital changes to YDC settlement fund
NP client Brett Malcolm, John Doe #292, contributed this op-ed sharing his story of abuse and urging the New Hampshire legislature to pass changes to the settlement fund created for victims of alleged abuse at the NH Youth Development Center and other state-run facilities. In the op-ed, Brett expresses thanks for NP’s YDC legal team, which includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Dave Vicinanzo and Mark Knights of Manchester and Brian French of Boston, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Chicago Healthcare partner April Schweitzer, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, and Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor.
March 2, 2024
WMUR
New Hampshire lawmakers consider changes to YDC settlement process
This article covers a proposed bill before the New Hampshire Senate Judiciary Committee that would make changes to the settlement fund created for victims of alleged abuse at the NH Youth Development Center and other state-run facilities. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Mark Knights is quoted in the coverage. The NP team representing more than 1,400 alleged victims also includes Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo, Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, and Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor.
Feb 21, 2024
Associated Press
New Hampshire considers greatly expanding scope of settlement fund for youth center abuse victims
The following article covers a proposed bill before the New Hampshire Senate Judiciary Committee that would make changes to the settlement fund created for victims of alleged abuse at the NH Youth Development Center and other state-run facilities. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Dave Vicinanzo and Mark Knights are mentioned and quoted in the coverage. The NP team representing more than 1,400 alleged victims also includes Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, and Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor.
Feb 20, 2024
New Hampshire Union Leader
State, victim lawyers agree on changes to YDC settlement fund
The following article covers a proposed bill before the New Hampshire Senate Judiciary Committee that would make changes to the settlement fund created for victims of alleged abuse at the NH Youth Development Center and other state-run facilities. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Dave Vicinanzo and Mark Knights are mentioned and quoted in the coverage. The NP team representing more than 1,400 alleged victims also includes Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, and Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor.
Feb 20, 2024
New Hampshire Public Radio
Changes to youth detention abuse fund could lead to hundreds of settlements, price tag unknown
The following article covers a proposed bill before the New Hampshire Senate Judiciary Committee that would make changes to the settlement fund created for victims of alleged abuse at the NH Youth Development Center and other state-run facilities. Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partners Dave Vicinanzo and Mark Knights are mentioned and quoted in the coverage. The NP team representing more than 1,400 alleged victims also includes Manchester Privacy & Technology partner Dan Deane, Boston Complex Disputes senior counsel Sam Goldblatt, and Long Island Healthcare counsel Michal Cantor.
Feb 20, 2024
New Hampshire Union Leader
Arguments to be heard in ‘banned concepts’ lawsuit
The following article preview arguments scheduled in federal court in the lawsuit challenging New Hampshire’s “banned concepts” law, which discourages teaching and talking about race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, and gender identity in the classroom. Both articles mention NP as one of the firms representing the plaintiffs in this case. The NP team includes Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo and Boston Complex Disputes partner Morgan Nighan.
Jan 15, 2024
Manchester Ink Link
Federal Court to hear arguments this week challenging NH classroom censorship law
The following article preview arguments scheduled in federal court in the lawsuit challenging New Hampshire’s “banned concepts” law, which discourages teaching and talking about race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, and gender identity in the classroom. Both articles mention NP as one of the firms representing the plaintiffs in this case. The NP team includes Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo and Boston Complex Disputes partner Morgan Nighan.
Jan 15, 2024
Attorneys for hundreds of YDC accusers say they’re advising clients to not take state settlement
Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is featured in this broadcast report on the New Hampshire Youth Development Center abuse case. Dave, one of the lead attorneys for about 1,400 alleged victims, explains why he is not advising clients to use the settlement fund set up by the state, noting that compensation is too low and that certain abuses are not currently covered.
Nov 14, 2023
Law360
With New Hampshire prosecutor, Biden lands on ‘safe’ First Circuit pick
Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted in this article on President Biden’s nomination of Assistant US Attorney Seth Aframe for an open seat on the First Circuit. Dave notes that Aframe has more federal appellate experience than anyone else in the state, and that he takes a balanced, even-handed approach to decision-making.
Oct 4, 2023
InDepthNH
Lost hope: YDC victims frustrated by lack of AG prosecution
This article, profiling three survivors of abuse at the New Hampshire Youth Development Center who are frustrated by a lack of criminal charges, mentions Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo as one of the lead attorneys representing more than 1,200 victims in their civil lawsuits.
Sep 7, 2023
Law360
NH attorneys hope Biden honors diversity vow in First Circuit redo
Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted in this article featuring outlook from New Hampshire-based attorneys on the open First Circuit seat. Dave mentions there is a long list of highly qualified women lawyers in the state, noting there has never been a woman nominated to the First Circuit from New Hampshire.
June 27, 2023
WMUR
Attorneys of alleged YDC victims call for changes in settlement process
Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo, who represents 1,100 victims of alleged abuse at the New Hampshire Youth Development Center and other state-run facilities, is quoted in the article covering the victims’ attorneys asking New Hampshire officials to change how the state is handling the settlement process for victims.
June 13, 2023
New Hampshire Bulletin
Lawsuit: DCYF confirmed sexual misconduct at her group home. Then abandoned her.
Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted in this article, which discusses a lawsuit filed against two New Hampshire state agencies by a woman who was raped by the owner of her state-sanctioned group home in her teens. Dave, who represents the woman, explains why as many as 300 of his 1,100 clients alleging sexual abuse at state-run facilities are not eligible for the state’s $100 million settlement fund, which he says disregards victims for its monetary shortcomings.
May 23, 2023
New Hampshire Union Leader
First maximum settlement of $1.5 million reached in abuse claims against YDC
The following articles quote Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo on shortcomings of the settlement fund for victims of abuse at the New Hampshire Youth Development Center and other state-run facilities, noting why the settlement process will not work for the 1,100 victims he represents.
May 9, 2023
InDepthNH
AG: One YDC victim got maximum $1.5 million, but lawyers for 1,100 others call it too low
The following articles quote Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo on shortcomings of the settlement fund for victims of abuse at the New Hampshire Youth Development Center and other state-run facilities, noting why the settlement process will not work for the 1,100 victims he represents.
May 9, 2023
InDepthNH
Judge questions AG’s conflict at heart of YDC abuse cases
Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo is quoted in this article, which covers subpoenas issued to the New Hampshire Attorney General’s Office and State Police in the Youth Development Center abuse case. Dave explains that the state is delaying civil trials in the case by not providing access to millions of pages of discovery connected to the case.
May 5, 2023
New Hampshire Public Radio
First trial in YDC abuse case set for 2024; state also begins paying settlements to victims
This article, which covers the first trial in the New Hampshire Youth Development Center sexual abuse case being set for April 2024 and the state beginning its $100 million settlement process for victims, quotes Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo on the magnitude of the lawsuit and the process that’s likely to happen as more of his clients’ cases head to trial.
April 20, 2023
New Hampshire Business Review
‘An opportunity to do the right thing’
This article featuring an interview with former New Hampshire Supreme Court Chief Justice John Broderick on his role as independent administrator of a $100 million settlement fund—set up for victims of alleged abuse at the state’s Youth Development Center and other facilities—quotes Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo on why the settlement process will not work for the more than 1,000 victims the firm is representing.
March 24, 2023
Law360
Government can’t duck children’s suit over border separations
This article covers a Massachusetts federal judge ruling to allow a putative class action lawsuit, filed on behalf of children from Guatemala who were separated from their parents at the U.S.-Mexico border, to move forward. The article mentions Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo from Manchester and associate Lauren Maynard from Boston, and Manchester Complex Disputes associate Nate Warecki, who are providing pro bono legal services for the children in the case.
Jan 12, 2023
New Hampshire Bulletin
"We are just treading water": State still struggling to ensure poor people have an attorney
Manchester Government Investigations & White Collar Defense partner David Vicinanzo is quoted in this article covering the need for more public defenders in New Hampshire to represent poor defendants. Dave emphasizes that a public service pitch to attorneys will be vital while acknowledging that an hourly rate increase will also be important.
July 20, 2022
WMUR-TV
Former YDC counselor says she witnessed assaults, was attacked herself
The following clip covers a new complaint filed on behalf of “John Doe 441” regarding allegations of abuse at New Hampshire’s Youth Development Center, and the coverage includes interviews with former YDC counselor “Rachel Roe,” who claims to have witnessed the alleged abuse and was attacked herself. Manchester Government Investigations & White Collar Defense partner David Vicinanzo, the lead attorney for several hundred victims of alleged abuse at YDC, is quoted in the two print articles, noting the disturbing nature of this new testimony and hinting that more former YDC employees could come forward.
July 19, 2022
InDepthNH.org
New complaint: YDC guards enticed teen to slash wrists, orchestrated his rape
The following clip covers a new complaint filed on behalf of “John Doe 441” regarding allegations of abuse at New Hampshire’s Youth Development Center, and the coverage includes interviews with former YDC counselor “Rachel Roe,” who claims to have witnessed the alleged abuse and was attacked herself. Manchester Government Investigations & White Collar Defense partner David Vicinanzo, the lead attorney for several hundred victims of alleged abuse at YDC, is quoted in the two print articles, noting the disturbing nature of this new testimony and hinting that more former YDC employees could come forward.
July 19, 2022
New Hampshire Union Leader
Witness emerges in YDC lawsuits: a youth counselor who suffered abuse herself
The following clip covers a new complaint filed on behalf of “John Doe 441” regarding allegations of abuse at New Hampshire’s Youth Development Center, and the coverage includes interviews with former YDC counselor “Rachel Roe,” who claims to have witnessed the alleged abuse and was attacked herself. Manchester Government Investigations & White Collar Defense partner David Vicinanzo, the lead attorney for several hundred victims of alleged abuse at YDC, is quoted in the two print articles, noting the disturbing nature of this new testimony and hinting that more former YDC employees could come forward.
July 19, 2022
Nashua Telegraph
Young man who suffered abuse as a child in state custody looks to the future
Manchester Government Investigations & White Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo, the lead attorney for several hundred victims of alleged abuse at New Hampshire’s Youth Development Center, is quoted throughout this article sharing the story of John Doe 402, one of the alleged abuse victims at YDC.
July 15, 2022
New Hampshire Union Leader
Lawyers for YDC victims seek a trial
This article covers a motion to lift the stay on all cases filed by alleged abuse victims at the state’s Youth Development Center and allow the cases to move forward. The story also includes details from a new complaint that was filed Wednesday. Also picked up by Yahoo! News, the article mentions Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo as the lead attorney for several hundred victims of alleged abuse.
June 16, 2022
InDepthNH.org
450 YDC abuse victims want their cases to move forward
Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo, the lead attorney for several hundred victims of alleged abuse at the state’s Youth Development Center, is quoted in this article covering a motion filed Tuesday to lift the stay on all cases filed by victims and allow them to move forward. This article has been picked up by additional regional publications including the Nashua Telegraph and Manchester Ink Link.
June 14, 2022
New Hampshire Union Leader
ACLU-NH, NEA challenge attempt to have "divisive concepts" lawsuit tossed
This article covers a brief filed by a group of parents, teachers, and lawyers in a case challenging a New Hampshire law that regulates what can be taught in classrooms. The brief, which objects to attempts to dismiss the parties’ lawsuit, highlights concerns that the law discourages public school teachers from teaching and talking about race, sex, sexual orientation, disability, and gender identity in the classroom. NP is mentioned as one of the organizations that filed the initial lawsuit in December 2021. The NP team includes Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo, Boston Complex Disputes partner Morgan Nighan, and New York GIWC partner Travis Hill.
May 23, 2022
NH Journal
Sununu Center victims unhappy with $100 million deal
This article covering reaction to the New Hampshire state Senate’s approval of a $100 million settlement fund for victims of alleged abuse at the state’s Youth Development Center (now known as the Sununu Youth Services Center) includes comments from Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo, the lead attorney for hundreds of victims. Dave mentions that 450 lawsuits have been filed against the state with 100 more to be filed soon.
May 9, 2022
New Hampshire Bulletin
Lawyer representing hundreds criticizes states plan to settle their YDC abuse claims
Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo, the lead attorney for approximately 500 victims of alleged abuse at the state’s Youth Development Center, is quoted throughout this article for his concerns related to caps on claims and the exclusion of emotional abuse claims from a proposed $100 million compensation fund. Dave and team have submitted proposed changes they believe would make this a truly victim-friendly bill.
May 2, 2022
The Boston Globe
The state was supposed to rehabilitate them. Instead, hundreds of children were allegedly abused in NH
This feature article examining decades of alleged institutional abuse and violence at New Hampshire’s Youth Development Center mentions Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo, who is representing approximately 500 alleged victims while the state’s legislature considers a settlement plan that would set aside funds for them.
April 22, 2022
New Hampshire Union Leader
Top lawyer suing YDC says $100M fund for victims isn't enough
This article covers Manchester Government Investigations &White-Collar Defense partner Dave Vicinanzo’s comments to the New Hampshire Senate Judiciary Committee. Dave, who is the lead attorney for nearly 500 victims of alleged abuse at the state’s Youth Development Center, told the Committee that proposed legislation including a $100 million compensation fund for victims of alleged sexual and physical abuse at the facility requires significant changes.
April 7, 2022
New Hampshire Bar News
Government audit and enforcement regarding pandemic relief funds in 2022
Boston Complex Commercial Disputes partner Morgan Nighan, Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner David Vicinanzo, and Manchester Complex Commercial Disputes associate Kierstan Schultz contributed this article related to healthcare providers that have received coronavirus relief funds, and what those organizations should be aware of as we enter the audit and enforcement phase of government relief programs.
Jan 28, 2022
Associated Press
Fund urged for sex abuse victims at youth detention center
This article covering New Hampshire’s proposed $100 million settlement fund related to claims of child sex abuse by former workers at a state-run youth detention center quotes Manchester partner and Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense leader David Vicinanzo, who is representing alleged victims in the case. The NP team also includes Complex Commercial Disputes partner Dan Deane and associates Kierstan Schultz and Nate Warecki, and GIWC partner Mark Knights and associate Michael Strauss, all of Manchester.
Jan 20, 2022
Associated Press
Settlement fund proposed for youth center sex abuse victims
This article covering New Hampshire’s proposed $100 million settlement fund related to claims of child sex abuse by former workers at a state-run youth detention center quotes Manchester partner and Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense leader David Vicinanzo, who is representing alleged victims in the case. The NP team also includes Complex Commercial Disputes partner Dan Deane and associates Kierstan Schultz and Nate Warecki, and GIWC partner Mark Knights and associate Michael Strauss, all of Manchester.
Jan 18, 2022
New Hampshire Public Radio
NH's largest teachers' union joins suit over law restricting teachings on racism, oppression
This following article covers a new lawsuit in New Hampshire challenging a state law that regulates what can be taught in classrooms—arguing the law’s vague language prevents students from having an open and complete dialogue about the perspectives of historically marginalized communities, as well as on topics concerning race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, and disability. The federal lawsuit was brought by the National Education Association – New Hampshire and two school administrators, with the plaintiffs represented by a broad coalition including NP, the ACLU, the ACLU of New Hampshire, Disability Rights Center – New Hampshire, and GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders.

The NP team working on this case includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense practice group leader David Vicinanzo, of Manchester, Boston Complex Commercial Disputes partner Morgan Nighan, and New York City GIWC partner Travis Hill.

Dec 20, 2021
Associated Press
Second lawsuit filed challenging NH anti-discrimination law
This following article covers a new lawsuit in New Hampshire challenging a state law that regulates what can be taught in classrooms—arguing the law’s vague language prevents students from having an open and complete dialogue about the perspectives of historically marginalized communities, as well as on topics concerning race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, and disability. The federal lawsuit was brought by the National Education Association – New Hampshire and two school administrators, with the plaintiffs represented by a broad coalition including NP, the ACLU, the ACLU of New Hampshire, Disability Rights Center – New Hampshire, and GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders.

The NP team working on this case includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense practice group leader David Vicinanzo, of Manchester, Boston Complex Commercial Disputes partner Morgan Nighan, and New York City GIWC partner Travis Hill.
Dec 20, 2021
Bloomberg Law
NH race, gender censorship law challenged by teachers
This following article covers a new lawsuit in New Hampshire challenging a state law that regulates what can be taught in classrooms—arguing the law’s vague language prevents students from having an open and complete dialogue about the perspectives of historically marginalized communities, as well as on topics concerning race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, and disability. The federal lawsuit was brought by the National Education Association – New Hampshire and two school administrators, with the plaintiffs represented by a broad coalition including NP, the ACLU, the ACLU of New Hampshire, Disability Rights Center – New Hampshire, and GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders.

The NP team working on this case includes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense practice group leader David Vicinanzo, of Manchester, Boston Complex Commercial Disputes partner Morgan Nighan, and New York City GIWC partner Travis Hill.
Dec 20, 2021
The Banking Law Journal
Whistleblower-initiated FCA investigation highlights risks to PPP borrowers, other pandemic relief beneficiaries
A cross-practice team contributed this article covering the first False Claims Act settlement over Paycheck Protection Program funds that arose from a whistleblower complaint, and it offers insight on the implications of this action for other beneficiaries of coronavirus relief. The NP team comprises Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense practice group leader and Manchester partner David Vicinanzo; Washington, DC partner Adam Tarosky, and Chicago partner Christopher Hotaling, both of the GIWC group; Boston Complex Commercial Disputes partner Morgan Nighan; and New York Financial Restructuring & Bankruptcy partner Robert Christmas.
Dec 13, 2021
New Hampshire Business Review
PPP borrowers - beware of whistleblowers
Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense practice group leader David Vicinanzo, of the Manchester office, and Boston Complex Commercial Disputes partner Morgan Nighan co-authored this article on the threat whistleblowers can pose to businesses that received PPP funds, using a recent DOJ settlement as an example to put PPP beneficiaries on alert.
Oct 25, 2021
New Hampshire Business Review
A new president's administration takes a different tack on enforcement
Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense practice group leader and partner David Vicinanzo, GIWC partner Mark Knights and associate Michael Strauss, and Complex Commercial Disputes partner Dan Deane, all in Manchester, contributed this article on the Biden administration’s enforcement priorities, outlining a response plan for businesses faced with government investigations.
June 11, 2021
Manchester Ink Link
Notorious bank robber Anthony Shea gets new sentence on appeal
This article on convicted violent armed robber Anthony Shea getting a new sentence for one of his charges quotes Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense practice group leader and Manchester partner Dave Vicinanzo, one of the original prosecutors on the case, on why Shea should never be released from prison.
April 30, 2021
The Boston Globe
What Biden owes children and families separated at the border
This article, covering a national class action lawsuit that seeks compensation for thousands of families separated at the border under the previous administration, quotes Manchester Complex Corporate Disputes associate Nate Warecki on how the facts in the case may lead to an upending of precedents. In addition to Nate, Government Investigations & White Collar Defense practice group leader David Vicinanzo and Boston associate Lauren Maynard are also working on the case.
Feb 13, 2021
New York Times
Senate report: Opaque art market helped oligarchs evade sanctions
Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense practice group leader and partner David Vicinanzo, based in Manchester, was mentioned for representing art adviser Gregory Baltser against allegations that he and his art agency transacted with U.S.-sanctioned individuals in the art industry. Boston Complex Commercial Disputes counsel Ronaldo Rauseo-Ricupero is also supporting this matter.
July 29, 2020
CNN Business
The art world has a money laundering problem
Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense practice group leader and partner David Vicinanzo, based in Manchester, was mentioned for representing art adviser Gregory Baltser against allegations that he and his art agency transacted with U.S.-sanctioned individuals in the art industry. Boston Complex Commercial Disputes counsel Ronaldo Rauseo-Ricupero is also supporting this matter.
July 29, 2020
Law360
Judge Allows Immigrant Detainees To Fight Living Conditions
This article, covering a federal judge’s order that immigration detainees at Strafford County (NH) Department of Corrections can challenge their living conditions amid COVID-19, quotes Manchester Complex Commercial Disputes associate Nathan Warecki. The article also mentions the team of NP attorneys representing the detainees in the case: Litigation Department Head Scott O’Connell; Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense practice group leader Dave Vicinanzo and associate Colin Missett; Complex Commercial Disputes partner Dan Deane, and associates Marx Calderon and Michael Strauss.
June 17, 2020
The Concord (N.H.) Monitor
Immigration detainees granted release from jail
This article covers the temporary release of two ICE civil detainees from the Strafford County (N.H.) Department of Corrections in connection with the class action lawsuit filed by Nixon Peabody, the ACLU and four regional law firms. The lawsuit seeks the immediate release of all ICE civil detainees from SCDOC to prevent the spread of the coronavirus. The article quotes Government Investigations and White Collar Defense practice group leader Dave Vicinanzo and Complex Commercial Disputes associate Nate Warecki, both of Manchester.
April 25, 2020
BuzzFeed
Special Counsel Mueller focuses on Trump's son
Manchester partner and government investigations and white collar defense practice group leader Dave Vicinanzo provides third party commentary in an article on the investigation into Donald Trump Jr.’s meeting with a Russian lawyer.
Aug 18, 2017
The Denver Post
Trump hires Denver attorney Ty Cobb who participated in Qwest fraud cases
This article focuses on the Trump administration’s appointment of Ty Cobb as special counsel to oversee the White House’s responses to the investigations into Russian meddling in the recent presidential election. Manchester government investigations and white collar defense partner Dave Vicinanzo provides third-party commentary about his interactions with Ty Cobb when Dave was a federal prosecutor.
July 16, 2017
New Hampshire Bar News
Pro bono case leads to law change
This Q&A with Manchester government investigations and white collar defense partner and practice group leader Dave Vicinanzo is about his pro bono case that inspired him to help draft a bill which changes how parental rights are terminated in situations when the pregnancy is a result of sexual assault.
June 21, 2017
New Hampshire Union Leader
Rape changed her life—and New Hampshire law
This article is about Manchester government investigations and white collar defense partner and practice group leader Dave Vicinanzo’s pro bono client. Inspired by this case, Dave helped draft a bill, set to be signed into law, which changes how parental rights are terminated in situations when the pregnancy is a result of sexual assault.
May 13, 2017
New Hampshire Business Review
A price on their heads: U.S. DOJ targets execs
Partner and Government Investigations & White Collar Defense practice group leader Dave Vicinanzo authored this column about the “Yates Memorandum” that revises the Department of Justice’s policy that targets individual employees and executives in investigations, prosecutions and resolutions of corporate wrongdoing.
May 13, 2016
Law360
3rd Circ. Reins In Damages for Disadvantaged Business Fraud
Government Investigations & White Collar Defense practice group leader Dave Vicinanzo, partner Mark Molloy and associate Emily Crandall Harlan authored this column on curtailing an aggressive loss theory that held defendants to more than the government’s loss in some fraud cases.
Oct 5, 2015
Bloomberg BNA White Collar Report
New DOJ Policy May Lead to Fewer Plea Deals
This story discusses a new Justice Department policy in which federal prosecutors must focus on individual accountability and that eliminates partial credit for corporate cooperation may have unintended consequences. The topic was the focus of a Nixon Peabody webinar presented by the Government Investigations & White Collar Defense team. Brian Kelly and Dave Vicinanzo are quoted.
Sep 25, 2015
Boston Globe
To Win NH GOP Primary, First You Win Over Activists
Manchester partners Dave Vicinanzo and Gordon MacDonald are included in this article featuring the top 100 political activists in New Hampshire.
Feb 20, 2015
Union Leader
NH DMV wrong to deny "COPSLIE" license plate, supreme court rules
This article notes the pro bono work of Manchester Commercial Litigation associate Anthony Galdieri and Manchester Government Investigations & White Collar Defense practice group leader Dave Vicinanzo, who represented the New Hampshire Civil Liberties Union in this free-speech matter in front of the New Hampshire Supreme Court involving a local man’s bid to obtain a vanity license plate.
May 8, 2014

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U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit
U.S. Supreme Court
New York
New Hampshire

Education

Fordham University School of Law, J.D.
Harvard University, B.A., with honors
National Autonomous University of Mexico, Graduate Studies as a Rotary Fellow

Recognition

Selected, through a peer-review survey, for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® 2024 in the fields of Commercial Litigation and Criminal Defense: White-Collar; listed in Best Lawyers since 2009
Recognized in the 2023 edition of Benchmark Litigation, the definitive guide to America’s leading litigation firms and attorneys; listed since 2019
Recommended in The Legal 500 United States 2024 editorial for Corporate investigations and white-collar criminal defense: advice to individuals
Recognized for exceptional standing in the legal community in Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business 2024 for Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations (New Hampshire); also been recognized in previous years
- Described as “one of the go-to guys in white-collar crime”
Accorded the highest professional and ethical standards (AV) by Martindale-Hubbell.
Featured as one of the top lawyers worldwide in International Who's Who of Business Crime Lawyers since 2007

Pro bono services

David Vicinanzo is the recipient of the firm’s Peabody Award for donating more than 3000 hours of pro bono time defending victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and indigent defendants.

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Nixon Peabody attorneys and practice areas recognized by Chambers USA for 2024
June 6, 2024
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Jury returns $38M verdict in first New Hampshire YDC trial, largest verdict in contested personal injury case in state’s history
May 3, 2024
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Chambers USA recognizes Nixon Peabody attorneys and practice areas in 2023 guide
June 1, 2023

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Robert Fisher
Partner / Practice Group Leader, Government Investigations & White Collar Defense
- Boston
- Office:+1 617.345.1335
- rfisher@nixonpeabody.com
Hannah Bornstein
Partner / Deputy Practice Group Leader, Government Investigations & White Collar Defense
- Boston
- Office:+1 617.345.1217
- hbornstein@nixonpeabody.com
Brian T. Kelly
Partner
- Boston
- Office:+1 617.345.1065
- bkelly@nixonpeabody.com
John Sandweg
Partner
- Washington DC
- Office:+1 202.585.8189
- jsandweg@nixonpeabody.com
Christopher P. Hotaling
Partner
- Chicago
- Office:+1 312.977.4418
- chotaling@nixonpeabody.com

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Introduction

Practice Areas

Industries

/My focus

/Representative experience

/Looking ahead

/In the news

NH Supreme Court backs victims’ mental health records in landmark decision

NH Supreme Court overturns precedent to protect mental health records

Second YDC plaintiff agrees to settlement. Natasha Maunsell to get $4.5 million

New Hampshire settles with alleged YDSU victim for $4.5 million

YDC survivor Maunsell settles with state for $4.5 million

$10 million settlement for man who was allegedly abused at New Hampshire YDC

New Hampshire settles youth center abuse case for $10 million

New Hampshire AG agrees to settle YDC abuse case for $10 million

New Hampshire lawmakers agree to keep YDC victim settlement fund going—for now

Mustard maker contaminated New Hampshire waterway

Documents claim state considered YDC worker a danger to kids decades ago

Manchester Ink Link

Documents reveal prior investigations of YDC employee years before assault

State agency knew New Hampshire youth detention center worker was a danger to children before he was convicted of aiding rape

How long do victims of sexual assault have to bring forward a case against New Hampshire?

Both sides argue for resolution of verdict dispute in New Hampshire youth center abuse case

Fiscal OKs changes to YDC settlement program; Chairman suggests lie detectors

Maine law firm vets YDC abuse claims and paid from same victims’ settlement fund

Judge grants new extension to figure out how to proceed in $38 million YDC abuse verdict

More money needed for settlement fund to pay YDC victims, New Hampshire Senate president says

YDC abuse settlement fund headed for ‘looming shortfall,’ victims’ attorney says

Top lawmakers call pause on paying YDC victims a ‘bad look’

YDC abuse fund on temporary hold; revised law allows 10 years to pay victim claims

The Youth Development Center podcast

Disputed verdict draws both sides back to court in New Hampshire youth detention center abuse case

Debate continues on $38 million jury award to YDC victim

Hearing held regarding recent YDC civil trial outcome

Arrest affidavits of accused YDC abusers unsealed; hearing on payout to first victim to win civil suit

Overview of historic $38 million jury award in landmark YDC abuse case

New Hampshire ban on teaching about bias ruled unconstitutional

Federal judge strikes down New Hampshire law on banned concepts

Federal judge tosses New Hampshire’s anti-discrimination law as too vague

Judge: State’s liability in YDC abuse ‘beyond doubt’

Judge quickly denies request to discard $38 million verdict in New Hampshire youth center abuse case

New Hampshire judge denies state’s request to invalidate $38 million YDC verdict

Judge denies state’s motion to change jury’s verdict in YDC trial

Judge denies state’s attempt to toss YDC lawsuit

New Hampshire jury finds state liable for abuse at youth detention center and awards victim $38 million

Jury awards $38 million to YDC abuse victim

Jury awards $38 million to plaintiff in landmark New Hampshire child abuse lawsuit

AG: Bill would reduce YDC lawsuits by paying victims more, expanding eligibility

Plaintiff in YDC trial rests his case; defense case to being Tuesday

Our view: New Hampshire miserably failed its children at YDC

Medical expert says Meehan needs $1.5 million for lifelong PTSD treatment

Judge won’t allow criminal defendants to testify at YDC trial

Ex-youth center worker testifies that top bosses would never take kids’ word over staff

Youth detention center leadership sided with staff over residents, former worker testifies

Lawyers for DHHS seek to block criminal defendants from pleading the Fifth

Testimony: YDC leaders turned blind eye to child abuse

Ex-worker at New Hampshire youth detention center describes escalating retaliation for complaints

There are nearly 1,200 lawsuits alleging abuse at Sununu Youth Services Center; now, a trial has begun

YDC victim used as ‘child sex slave, punching bag’ under health and human services’ care, lawyer tells jurors

First witnesses take the stand in YDC civil trial

First trial over abuse at state-run Sununu Youth Services Center in New Hampshire is underway

First civil trial in the YDC abuse scandal to begin: What you need to know

Judge considers releasing YDC abuse affidavit AG wants sealed

Some entities involved in YDC lawsuits look to get claims of abuse dismissed

Brett Malcolm: Pass vital changes to YDC settlement fund

New Hampshire lawmakers consider changes to YDC settlement process

New Hampshire considers greatly expanding scope of settlement fund for youth center abuse victims

State, victim lawyers agree on changes to YDC settlement fund

Changes to youth detention abuse fund could lead to hundreds of settlements, price tag unknown

Arguments to be heard in ‘banned concepts’ lawsuit

Federal Court to hear arguments this week challenging NH classroom censorship law

Attorneys for hundreds of YDC accusers say they’re advising clients to not take state settlement

With New Hampshire prosecutor, Biden lands on ‘safe’ First Circuit pick

Lost hope: YDC victims frustrated by lack of AG prosecution

NH attorneys hope Biden honors diversity vow in First Circuit redo

Attorneys of alleged YDC victims call for changes in settlement process

Lawsuit: DCYF confirmed sexual misconduct at her group home. Then abandoned her.

First maximum settlement of $1.5 million reached in abuse claims against YDC

AG: One YDC victim got maximum $1.5 million, but lawyers for 1,100 others call it too low

Judge questions AG’s conflict at heart of YDC abuse cases

My focus

Representative experience

Looking ahead

In the news

Admitted to practice

Education

Recognition

Pro bono services